Postgraduate Certificate of Policy and Applied Social Research
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Overview
This program of study aims to develop students skills in applied social research and the analysis of policy in social context. It builds skills in qualitative and basic quantitative social research, research design, evalutaion, and reflective as well as critical social analysis of the contemporary policy process. The program is intended for those who are employed in community-based and non-government service organisations; policy agencies in government; trade unions; local government; marketing and social research; and private consultancy.
Units available for study within the program include those available within the Master of Policy and Applied Social Research.
Key features
The program is intended to develop your capabilities in applied social research and policy development. It enables you to build conceptual understanding and practical skills across the range of areas, including qualitative and basic quantitative social research methods and research design, evaluation, and reflective as well as critical social analysis of contemporary policy issues, social policy and the policy process. The flexible degree structure also allows students to develop a unique package of units tailored to their personal interests and needs, by taking a range of units from related disciplines.
Minimum course duration
1 year
Location
North Ryde
UAC Code
865752 - On-campus
Suitable for
The program is intended for those who are employed or who seek employment in community-based and non-government service organisations (NGOs), policy agencies in government, local government, trade unions, marketing and social research; and private consultancy. It is also suitable for anyone wanting to study social research at an advanced (or postgraduate) level.
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Entry requirements
The basic admission qualification is the completion of a recognised Bachelor degree or equivalent. Further details can be obtained from the relevant programs of study. Details can also be obtained by contacting the Student Enquiry Service on (02) 9850 6410 or at sesinfo@mq.edu.au .
English language requirements
If you have completed the NSW HSC or equivalent you satisfy the English proficiency requirements.
For full information view the English proficiency requirements table (436 Kb).
Work experience requirements
Notes:
Study Options: Full-time, Part-time
Mode of study: On campus, Distance , Online
What you will study
| General requirements | Credit Points |
|---|---|
| Minimum number of credit points at 800 level or above | 12 |
| Completion of other specific minimum requirements as set out below |
Specific requirements
The following outlines the units (subjects) to be studied within this certificate
Notes
- The course information contained on this page is applicable for 2012 ONLY.
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